AR Specialist French Speaking

About the client Our client is one of the world's leading manufacturers of computer monitors and has enjoyed consistent growth in the highly competitive IT market. The company’s European operation is controlled and directed by the senior management team from its headquarters at Hoofddorp in the Netherlands and is supported by subsidiaries in France, Germany, Poland, and the UK plus representative offices in Taiwan and Russia.

Who are we looking for?

We are looking for an Accounts Receivable Specialist to be a part of a friendly and professional team. Our ideal candidate thrives in a medium-sized international work environment, is not afraid to roll up your sleeves to meet business needs, and has a clear motivation to develop their own career in the accounting/finance department. This is a newly created position due to the company’s growth. You will get involved with various accounting tasks and work closely with the finance group and especially with the credit manager in Poland and be reporting to the CFO in the Netherlands.

About the Role

• Reporting of Aged AR status to the Credit controller
• Cash allocation, handling incoming payments, and reviewing account discrepancies
• Customer and internal stakeholders’ queries management related to Accounts Receivable
• Maintaining customer master data up to date and creating a new customers setup
• Process customer credit and debit notes and big accounts reconciliation (Amazon + bol.com)
• Contact customers via e-mail for remittance advice, and payment reconciliation
• Contributing to the achievement of Accounts Receivable performance and quality standards
• Contributing to Accounts Receivable process improvement initiatives
• Perform other position-related duties as assigned

About you

• Fluent command of English and French in speaking and writing
• At least 3+ years of relevant, financial accounting experience in the small and medium-sized company
• Good knowledge of Microsoft Office 365 (especially MS Excel). Experience in using ERP systems, preferably Microsoft Navision
• Analytical mind and excellent organizational skills; customer-oriented, attention to detail, and respect for internal procedures
• Ability to work independently on assigned duties but also to work as part of a team

Benefits

• Salary from 3000 to 3700 euro based on experience
• An office that is easily reachable by car
• A yearly company trip
• Travel allowance
• Access to the Walters People Academy
• Possibility to grow within the company

Living in the netherlands is a prerequisite for this job